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A Halloween Gift Guide for Every Kind of Spooky
Shop playful Halloween cards, spooky stickers, stationery, party supplies, and unique seasonal gifts for friends, Halloween birthdays, movie nights, and more.
Just Because Card Ideas: When to Send One and What to Write
Looking for a reason to send a just because card? Find everyday card ideas, thoughtful message prompts, and funny greeting cards to keep on hand.
I Tested Printful Accessories for My Small Business: Here’s What I Actually Think
A honest, firsthand review of Printful accessories and bags, including embroidered hats, an all-over print shopping bag, and an eco tote, from a small business owner who tested them all.
Feels Like Summer: Easy Cute, Small Gifts, and Everyday Finds
A mix of easy summer finds: hats, small gifts, stickers, and cards made for last-minute plans, everyday moments, and everything in between.
Mother’s Day Greeting Card Guide: How to Choose the Right Card and What to Say
Finding the right Mother’s Day card isn’t always easy. This guide helps you choose something that actually fits your relationship and gives you ideas for what to write inside. Plus, get free printable coloring pages for kids.
Steal These Laugh-Out-Loud Valentine’s Card Messages (and Still Say ‘I Love You’)
Need to make your Valentine laugh so hard they forget that you forgot to make dinner reservations? From cheesy pickup lines that'll make them groan to witty one-liners that'll have them rolling their eyes (with love), we've got your back with the perfect messages for Valentine's cards that are more LOL than XOXO.
Turning Greeting Card Sketches Into Motion Experiments
A behind-the-scenes look at how I turn finished greeting card designs into quick motion experiments using Figma Smart Animate. See how layout, color, and composition come together, plus the final cards these animations came from.
Funny Cards for Siblings Who Speak Fluent Sarcasm
These sarcastic greeting cards and design-forward picks celebrate the chaos, inside jokes, and unmatched sarcasm that make family so fun. From hilarious birthday cards to clever sibling gifts, these are the ones worth keeping on the fridge.
Holiday Cards That Match Their Energy
Shop modern holiday cards and funny Christmas cards designed for every kind of festive energy. From cozy to chaotic, minimalist to maximalist — find witty, design-forward greeting cards by paper&stuff that make this season bright (and well-designed).
Holiday Gift Guide: Fun Gifts Under $35
Looking for fun holiday gifts under $35? Discover small-but-mighty favorites from paper&stuff — embroidered hats, colorful keychains, witty stickers, and bold gift bags that make giving (and unwrapping) extra joyful. Perfect for friends, siblings, and Secret Santa swaps — all thoughtfully designed and made to make them smile.
The Best Gifts by Personality
Looking for the perfect gift? Our quirky gift guide features fun, design-forward picks for every personality — from plant parents and space lovers to bakers, creatives, and even your most emo friend. Explore unique cards, stickers, hats, and keychains that make gifting fun and unforgettable.
Wholesale Trade Show Tips from NY Now: Lessons for Stationery and Gift Brands
Thinking about exhibiting at a wholesale trade show like NY Now? From booth setup surprises (including missing walls!) to clever display hacks and insider tips, I’m sharing what it’s really like behind the scenes. Whether you’re a stationery or gift brand prepping for your first show—or just looking to make your next one smoother—you’ll find practical advice on booth design, pre-show marketing, giveaways that buyers actually love, and the all-important post-show follow-up.
Midyear Reflection: When “Set It and Forget It” Doesn’t Go to Plan
Halfway through 2025, my “set it and forget it” plan for passive income—through surface pattern design licensing and digital products—hasn’t gone exactly to plan. Here’s what I learned about patience, pivoting, and running a creative business that stays true to your energy and vision.
New Cards: Offbeat yet Delightful
A delightfully weird new collection of greeting cards. Equal parts playful, strange, and surprisingly sweet. Googly-eyed lemons, nosey neighbors, and off-kilter charm included.
Wedding Season: Cards, Gift Bags & What to Write Inside
Planning a wedding gift? Our modern wedding gift guide has you covered with unique greeting cards, stylish reusable gift bags, and thoughtful message ideas for every couple—including inclusive designs and bridesmaid proposals. Show up with something personal, design-forward, and fun.
Designing a Scalable Branding System for the 36th Louie Awards
Explore how the 36th Louie Awards used a scalable branding system and bold typography to create a memorable visual identity. See how cohesive color, intentional layout, and flexible design principles came together to celebrate greeting card artistry in a standout event branding case study.
What to Write in a New Baby Card
Need help figuring out what to write in a new baby card? This guide has thoughtful, funny, and non-cringey message ideas—even if you’re not a parent yourself. Plus: how to turn your card into a small but meaningful gift. No baby experience required.
How Creative Problem Solving Has Saved Me Time, Money, and Materials
Discover 5 creative product development strategies that helped paper&stuff save money, reduce waste, and build bestsellers. From remixing top-selling designs to repurposing imperfect inventory, these real-world examples show how small businesses can grow smarter—not bigger.
Meet Michele: A Q&A with the Founder
Meet Michele, the designer and founder behind paper&stuff, an eco-friendly stationery brand known for bold greeting cards and thoughtful designs. Discover how Michele's background in graphic design, passion for authenticity, and commitment to sustainability shape each unique product.
How I’m Building an Eco-Friendly Stationery Brand
Discover how we're building an eco-friendly stationery brand from the ground up. Learn about sustainable product design, reducing waste, and making thoughtful choices that balance creativity, responsibility, and environmental impact.